L-Ascorbic Acid USP Grade from Germany
Pure L-ascorbic acid, the active form of Vitamin C, meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards for pharmaceutical and supplement use. Classified under HTS 2936.27.00.00 as a chemically defined vitamin derivative used primarily as a vitamin source. It serves as an essential nutrient and antioxidant in various formulations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify USP certificate of analysis and purity ≥99% to confirm classification as unmixed Vitamin C derivative
• Include stability data showing proper packaging to prevent oxidation during transport
• Avoid mixtures with flavors or sweeteners that could reclassify under Chapter 30 as medicated preparations